Tuesday within the Fourteenth Week in Ordinary Time (V27)
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The Diocese of Honolulu’s traveling relics of St. Damien, right, and St. Marianne, left, were displayed June 15 at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. They were joined by a fragment of a tree planted by St. Damien on topside Molokai. (Timothy Dias / Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception)

Catholics across the country get to view and venerate first-class relics of St. Damien and St. Marianne

By Celia K. Downes
Hawaii Catholic Herald

St. Damien de Veuster and St. Marianne Cope have touched countless lives as their legacies of selfless ministry, compassion and faith in Kalaupapa, Molokai, have been shared across the globe.

A county jail, an abbey and the capital of the United States are among the most recent places where the saints have been celebrated and venerated, thanks to the efforts of an Arkansas man whose life was changed by St. Damien eight years ago.

Since May, Mark Jechura has brought relics of St. Damien and St. Marianne, as well as a piece of wood from a tree planted on topside Molokai by St. Damien, to sites across the mainland — from Arkansas to Washington, D.C. — on what he has named the Tree of Hope Tour. Read more...

Hawaii Catholic Herald

The word has been out since April, and parishes have been bidding farewell and laying out welcome mats.

Pastors and parochial vicars will be on the move next month, from Kauai to Oahu to Maui. The changes are effective July 1 unless otherwise noted.

In most situations, clergy are moving from one parish to another. There are two exceptions. Read more...

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From the Office for Social Ministry

“In this Jubilee Year of Hope, Christ, who is our hope, indeed calls all of us to come together, that we might be that true living example: the light of hope in the world today.” Pope Leo XIV video message, Chicago, June 14, 2025

Recently, thousands gathered at the Chicago White Sox stadium to celebrate the election of Pope Leo XIV, a native of the city’s south side. Cardinal Blase J. Cupich led the sold-out Mass, which featured a virtual video message from Pope Leo XIV himself. Pope Leo XIV concluded his heartfelt message with this invitation: “I would like to invite all of you to take a moment, to open up your own hearts to God, to God’s love, to that peace which only the Lord can give us. To feel how deeply beautiful, how strong, how meaningful the love of God is in our lives. And to recognize that while we do nothing to earn God’s love, God in his own generosity continues to pour out his love upon us. And as he gives us his love, he only asks us to be generous and to share what he has given us with others.”

Chicago also recently celebrated Memorial Masses for the passing of two beloved persons who were shining examples of sharing God’s unconditional love. Read more...

Sunday, July 13 - Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
Blessed Sacrament Church, Honolulu

Jesse Romero, dynamic Catholic author, speaker, and radio host will present Preparing Your Hands for Battle for three consecutive evenings. This event is sponsored by the Catholic Men's Fellowship of Hawaii. For more information, please contact Ron Gochenouer at (808) 306-7502.

Flyer available HERE.

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.
Japanese Cultural Center, Honolulu

Join the 2nd Annual "Sip & Savor" Wine Tasting and Dinner Fundraiser for the Catholic Men's Fellowship of Hawaii. The evening will feature guest speaker Jesse Romero. This event will help fund future events for the  CMFH including conferences, seminars, and other speaker events.

Flyer available HERE.

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
Immaculate Conception Church, Lihue

Come together as one 'ohana in faith for a Night of Worship at Immaculate Conception Church in Lihue. This free event is open to the whole family for a night of praise & worship music led by the Immaculate Conception Youth Choir, an inspirational talk by Kauai's own Fr. EJ Resinto, and a moment to spend with our Lord Jesus Christ in the Eucharist. The event is free, no registration is needed!

Flyer available HERE.

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
St. Catherine Church, Kapa'a

You are invited to the Jubilee 2025 Day of Study on Kauai – a special opportunity to reflect, learn, and grow alongside others seeking deeper understanding and renewed hope.

CLICK HERE to watch the promo video.

What’s special about this Day of Study?
• Local theologian and master catechist Dallas Carter will be offering the keynote and facilitating breakout sessions
• Special sessions just for YOUTH in grades 6 – 12 on identity and purpose in Christ
• Incredible breakout sessions with great presenters to choose from to help deepen your understanding and faith

Whether you serve in a parish ministry or are simply hungry to grow in faith, this day is for you. REGISTER TODAY and invite friends, family members, your ministry or youth group, or fellow parishioners to come with you!

Cost: $20 for the day! (Optional box lunch add-on)
Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jubilee-2025-day-of-study-kauai-tickets-1400236387729

Flyer available HERE.

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.
Mary, Star of the Sea Church, Honolulu

At Mary, Star of the Sea Church on Oahu, parishioners established their Ministry for Persons with Disabilities by welcoming persons with varying gifts and abilities to celebrate the “ʻOhana Mass.” Ushers who are members of the Knights of Columbus offer a warm welcome and escort them to the designated pews where they were able to better participate in the Eucharist. After Mass, the community continues fellowship together through a potluck supper where all joyfully serve each other with nourishing food and aloha. These “ʻOhana Masses” and potluck fellowship normally take place on the fourth Saturday each month, 5:30 PM at Mary, Star of the Sea where all are welcomed to celebrate and share their gifts as one ‘Ohana.

Live stream available at Mary, Star of the Sea's YouTube Channel.

For more information, please call the parish office at (808) 734-0396 or email rafmendoza@rcchawaii.org.

Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Sacred Heart Church, Pahoa

Clergy and couples are invited to attend a Living Sacred Sexuality workshop, to better understand and live the concepts of St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body. Unlock passion, reignite conversation, and expand the meaing of marital intimacy. Don't just study Theology of the Body - live it!

Register by Sunday, August 3rd at WWMEBigIsland@gmail.com.
A $10 fee will be collected at the workshop.

For more information go to https://tinyurl.com/5629ztx7, email WWMEBigIsland@gmail.com, or text (808) 478-6071.

Flyer available HERE.

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Saint Augustine Zhao Rong and 119 Companions
1648–1930
Memorial - July 9

The Syro-Persian Church of the East is believed to have first reached China around the year 630 when two monks arrived to engage in silk trade. Although they were Christians, they followed the Nestorian heresy, which denied the divinity of Christ. The Chinese emperor welcomed them and permitted them to share their faith. Over the next two centuries, some Christian churches were erected and converts were made. However, by the mid-ninth century, Christians were being persecuted. In the year 987, an Arab writer from Baghdad wrote of a conversation he had with a monk who had traveled to China. The monk explained, “Christianity is extinct in China; the native Christians have perished in one way or another; the church which they had has been destroyed and there is only one Christian left in the land.” Read more...

(Image courtesy of the Holy Transfiguration Monastery, via Wikimedia Commons) Copyright © 2025 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission. www.mycatholic.life

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On behalf of the parishes in the Diocese of Honolulu, thank you for your gift of support. Mahalo nui loa!

JULY

"Preparing Your Hands for Battle" with Jesse Romero, Jul 13-15

"Sip and Savor" Fundraiser, Jul 18

Kauai Night of Worship, Jul 18

Kauai Jubilee Day of Study, Jul 19

AUGUST

Mass of the Holy Spirit for Catholic School Educators, Aug 14

Hawaii State Admissions Day Holiday, Aug 15

50th Anniv. Mass for Vietnamese Catholic Community, Aug 15

Mass for the Deacon Summer Institute, Aug 16

Living Sacred Sexuality Workshop, Aug 16

Installation of Fr. Tui as Pastor of Sacred Heart, Punahou, Aug 16

Mass for 155th Anniv. of Our Lady of the Mount, Kalihi, Aug 17

Installation of Fr. Resinto as Pastor of St. Catherine, Kapaa, Aug 24

NEWS

For our most recent news, visit www.catholichawaii.org.

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